Adversity

"We should grow, flourish, flower, and bear good fruit in abundance despite the evil, temptation, or criticism we might encounter. We should learn to thrive in the heat of adversity." (page 11) - Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin

Alternate voices

"Members who listen to the voice of the Church need not be on their guard against being mislead. They have no such assurance for what they hear from `alternate voices.' " (page 15) - Elder Dallin H. Oaks

Blame

"We blame acquaintances, parents, the Church, spouses, teachers, neighbors where we dwell, or even the weather for our problems. This is wrong. . . . We must assume responsibility for our actions." (page 11) - Elder Hugh W. Pinnock

Children

"I promise you, dear children, that angels will minister unto you also. You may not see them, but they will be there to help you and you will feel their presence." (page 21) - President Ezra Taft Benson

Contention

"More often, contentionT starts with an individual, for we can contend within ourselves over simple matters of right and wrong. From there, contention can infect neighbors and nations like a spreading sore." (page 20) - Elder Russell M. Nelson

Enduring

"We, too, must strive for perfection, bear up under our problems and our sorrows, remain faithful to the end, and not shrink." (page 23) - Elder Royden G. Derrick

Example

"The Lord does not need a society that hides and isolates itself from the world. Rather, He needs stalwart individuals and families who live exemplary lives in the world and demonstrate that joy and fulfillment come not of the world but through the spirit and the doctrine of Jesus Christ." (page 22) - Elder M. Russell Ballard

Family History

"Our hearts would then turn to our fathers and, through this impelling promise, the sacred relationships of mortality could be extended forever." (page 20) - Elder J. Richard Clarke

Gift of Holy Ghost

"I wish to testify that by the power and gift of the Holy Ghost we can know what to do and what not to do to bring happiness and peace to our lives." (page 14) - Elder James E. Faust

Intellectualism

"I have friends who have literally spent their lives, thus far, trying to nail down every single intellectual loose end, rather than accepting the witness of the Spirit." (page 15) - Bishop Glenn L. Pace

Irony

"Irony can be a particularly bitter form of such chastening, because it involves upsetting incongruity and outcomes in violation of expectations. We see the best laid plans laid waste." (page 20) - Elder Neal A. Maxwell of the Council of the Twelve

Jesus Christ

"I thought of our Lord and Savior walking that path of pain, that trail of tears, that road of righteousness. I was comforted by His promise, `Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you; not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.' (John 14:27.)" (page 19) - President Thomas S. Monson

Love

"The ChurchT is growing because there is a broadening love for that truth. It is growing because of a love for God, and love for the Savior, a love for neighbor and a strengthening spirit of love in the homes of the people." (page 18) - President Gordon B. Hinckley

Miracles

"When we are personal witness to these wonders which God performs, it should increase our respect and our love for Him, it should improve the way we behave." (page 10) - President Howard W. Hunter

Missionary work

"How do we develop an approach to a friend who needs the light and life of the gospel? Be a good example! Develop a meaningful relationship of sincere caring." (page 10) - Elder L. Tom Perry of the Council of the Twelve

Pride

"Pride is the universal sin, the great vice. . . . The antidote for pride is humility - meekness, submissiveness. It is the broken heart and contrite spirit. . . ." (page 9) - President Ezra Taft Benson

Satan worship

"In a moment of curiosity or reckless bravado some teenagers have been tempted to toy with satan worship. Don't you ever do that! Don't associate with those who do! You have no idea of the danger. Leave it alone!" (page 20) - Elder Boyd K. Packer

Scripture study

"Our prayers should be accompanied with daily scripture study. The eternal perspective attained thereby reminds us of who we are, the true purpose of this mortal experience, and who placed us here." (page 15) - Elder Ronald E. Poelman

Service

"Having compassion on those who are hurting for whatever reason and then translating the response of the heart into the needed act is truly ministering as God would have us do." (page 23) - Joy F. Evans

Temples

"The temple is the place where the Lord wants us to make a sincere evaluation of our mortal lives. . . . TemplesT are standing ready to serve as instruments to our own gradual awakening on our inevitable road to eternity." (page 23) - Elder F. Enzio Busche

Worthiness

"All of us have the benefit and added wisdom of a bishop and a stake president to help us determine our worthiness and, if necessary, to assist us to begin the process of becoming worthy to accomplish whatever goal we wish to achieve." (page 14) - Elder Marvin J. Ashton